Inventors:
Gary L. Steinke - Bettendorf IA
Russell S. Johnson - Davenport IA
Rick A. Meeker - Davenport IA
Assignee:
The Kartridg Pak Co. - Davenport IA
International Classification:
B65B 304, B65B 908
Abstract:
An automatically controlled Chub packaging machine wherein the product delivery pump, tube or film feed, and clamping mechanism of the vertically reciprocating clipping head, are automatically controlled by means of servo actuators operatively connected to a microprocessor. The microprocessor of the automatic control system also coordinates the functioning of the film heat sealer and the voider. An operator interface membrane panel with video display allows the operator to set, observe and adjust the various functions of the machine. The microprocessor system links all elements together and places various rates and set points in memory for immediate recall.